2011 Kia Rio vs. 2012 Mazda CX-9
To start off, 2012 Mazda CX-9 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2011 Kia Rio. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2011 Kia Rio would be higher. At 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Mazda CX-9 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Mazda CX-9 (273 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 163 more horse power than 2011 Kia Rio. (110 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mazda CX-9 should accelerate faster than 2011 Kia Rio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Mazda CX-9 weights approximately 835 kg more than 2011 Kia Rio. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2012 Mazda CX-9 (366 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 221 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Kia Rio. (145 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2012 Mazda CX-9 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Kia Rio.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Kia Rio | 2012 Mazda CX-9 | |
| Make | Kia | Mazda |
| Model | Rio | CX-9 |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1600 cc | 3700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 110 HP | 273 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 366 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1128 kg | 1963 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4016 mm | 5085 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1694 mm | 1935 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1471 mm | 1727 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2499 mm | 2875 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 6.5 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 8.7 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 76 L |
